General Info

Established in 1940, Investment Company Institute is a trade organization that serves the national association of United States investment companies. Its membership includes more than 8,700 mutual funds, over 650 closed-end funds and four sponsors of unit investment trusts.The company offers services to advance the interests of mutual funds, shareholders, directors and investment advisers by providing secure a variety of public policy objectives. Investment Company Institute also provides for tax-deferred savings opportunities, and ensures fair tax treatment for fund investors. It also promotes public understanding of mutual funds and other investment companies. Additionally, the company provides online information about mutual funds, including stock, bond, and money market, unit investment trusts, and closed-end and exchange-traded funds. Investment Company is located in Washington, D.C.